Statewide Sourcing and Contracting Officer - P0009

Title: Statewide Sourcing and Contracting Officer - P0009

State Role Title: Procurement Officer III

Hiring Range: $129,000 - $134,000

Pay Band: 6

Agency: Department of General Services

Location: PATRICK HENRY BUILDING

Agency Website: https://dgs.virginia.gov/

Recruitment Type: State Employee Only - E

Job Duties

The Division of Purchases and Supply (DPS) provides services that make it easier and more convenient to do business with the Commonwealth and make it simpler and more cost efficient for the government to do its business. The division’s flexible and innovative approach to procurement creates cost savings and ensures transparency and accountability in the purchasing and contracting process.

The Division of Purchases and Supply is seeking six highly qualified Statewide Sourcing and Contract Officers that will establish highly complex high dollar statewide contracts for state agencies, institutions of higher education, and local governments and serve as a senior procurement expert. These positions will provide timely, accurate and responsive procurement support through establishment and management of statewide and single agency contracts. In addition to statewide contracts, these positions may also process spot purchases for assigned agencies. The incumbents will also serve as trainers for DPS certification classes.

The selected candidate will be required to obtain the Virginia Contracting Officer certification within one year from the date of hire. Completion of Statement of Economic Interest is required prior to first day of employment.

This position will be located in Richmond, Virginia and must report on-site. This position is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule (telework up to 2 days/week) upon completion of an approved telework agreement.

DGS offers excellent health benefits at affordable pricing, pre-tax spending accounts, paid life insurance, paid Short- and Long-Term Disability benefits, paid holidays, vacation, and other leave benefits, wellness programs, and a state retirement plan with options for tax-deferred retirement savings including employer matching. DGS is a qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program.

Minimum Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge and working experience with public procurement laws, regulations, policies and procedures, contract related laws and contract administration.
• Experience conducting high dollar, high volume complex state procurements including goods/services research, sourcing, planning, specifications, solicitation development, negotiations, and contract execution.
• Extensive working knowledge of various industries and ability to determine the most cost-effective means of matching the appropriate supplier with the scope of work required.
• Selected candidate must have the demonstrated ability to interpret specifications, conduct market analysis, experience negotiating highly technical contracts and coordinating with contractors and all stakeholders.
• Prior purchasing experience, training in procurement, standard business practices and contract law needed.
• The ability to think creatively and strategically; prioritize tasks, take initiative, be detail oriented, and maintain a professional attitude are essential.
• Experience researching, analyzing and evaluating procurement issues/information and making recommendations/decisions.
• Effective oral and written communication skills are essential.
• Experience with MS Office including Word and Excel are required.
• Experience with the Commonwealth’s automated procurement system, eVA is required.

Additional Considerations

• Certification as a VCO, VCCO, CPPO, CPPB, CPSM, and/or C. P. M are preferred. Or, VCO Certification must be obtained within one year of employment.
• Knowledge of supply chain management, transportation and logistics, and warehousing/distribution related activities.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

The selected candidate must pass a criminal background check.

The selected candidate must complete a Statement of Economic Interest upon hire.

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